Chris Baskind, publisher of
www.LighterFootstep.com, shares the many benefits of plant-based diet,
emphasizing the environmental ones. Mr. Baskind refers to a meat-based
diet as "... humankind's least efficient way to feed itself," given the
loss of calories, fiber and protein in converting grains to meat; and
the amount of natural resources it consumes (water, land and fossil
fuels). He suggests starting with one day a week and trying veggie
restaurants, among other tips.